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Diamond & Ruby Bee Brooch

447F
20 Admirers Rare Find
Written by Olly Gerrish

A lovely original bee brooch which was made circa 1900. It is set with a mixture of rose diamonds and has small cabochon ruby eyes. The bee reminds us to extract the honey of life and to make our lives productive while the sun shines.

The Details
Ollys Pick

I love bugs but only in jewellery!

Essentials

Item Number:
447F
Materials:
Measurements:
⅞ in / 2.3 cm by ¾ in / 1.9 cm23 rose diamonds 1 old mine cut diamond approx 10 points2 tiny cabochon rubies
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
11 years ago

Hallmarks

Unmarked, gold and silver
Many pieces of antique jewellery were unmarked because hallmark regulations were not obligatory until 1972.

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